Here is the third in my series of quizzes inspired by the BBC public vote to find the 100 greatest Britons of all time. This quiz covers 80-71, in reverse order.
Many people have been told that they would not go far. However, they had a dream. They followed their dream and became very successful at what they did. Here are ten.
Nicaragua may have had a tortured history, but it has been the birthplace of many great people. Here, we meet some of the names that have emerged from this beautiful Central American country.
Hypochondria is a mental disorder in which a healthy person believes that he or she is gravely ill. A person with this disorder will obsess over every little ache and pain in the body and will think that it indicates something very serious.
Winners are immortalized in glowing lights, parades and history books. Losers are quickly forgotten. Or are they? Can you recognize the names of people who came so close to winning but didn't quite make it?
You are at a very Italian party for Italians only (even though you may not be). At this party are famous Italians (and others) from throughout history. Can you identify who is there (or not supposed to be!)?
Imagine waiting all your life for your chance to be top dog, with a throne and all the paraphernalia that comes with it. Then, no sooner have you donned the robes of state than your reign is over. Here are ten of the shortest serving monarchs in history.
The western world has such a rich cultural background and the following quotes you may say without even thinking where they really come from. Each of these quotes are from either the King James Bible, or Shakespeare. See how many you can identify.
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